In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Gooti APMC. See where this sits in the day's Cotton range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,769
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 8.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMCKHEDBRAHMA APMC Leader | ₹9,825 |
| 2 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 3 Babra APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Dhoraji APMC | ₹9,605 |
| 5 Una APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Unava APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Gooti APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Bhesan APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Khetia APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 11 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,323 |
| 12 Dhandhuka APMC | ₹9,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹525 (5.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,380, with the average around ₹9,509. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,769 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,749 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,599 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,868 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,611 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,717 | ₹8,100 | ₹9,269 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,666 | ₹8,011 | ₹9,289 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,709 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,691 | ₹5,249 | ₹9,489 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,755 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,489 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,901 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,579 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,900 | ₹6,633 | ₹9,539 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,060 | ₹4,515 | ₹9,680 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹4,511 | ₹9,689 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,111 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,729 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,192 | ₹4,166 | ₹9,799 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,919 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,669 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,959 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,789 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Farmers comparing Cotton rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Gooti APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.